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What should i do to prevent leg ulcers?
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Compression stocking: Compression stockings to reduce swelling to allow the wound or ulcer to heal.
Answered 5/6/2019
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See a vein specialis: Leg ulcers are often caused by chronic venous insufficiency which is a problem that causes to much pressure to be in the veins near the skin. A venous specialist can diagnose and treat this condition. Our cure rate with venous ulcers is 97%.
Answered 9/28/2018
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